What is the PTC carnival? It is a HUGE Community Carnival for the Prior Lake/Savage Community. It is a fundraiser for the Elementary Schools, hosted by the PTC’s (Parents, Teachers, Children). This year will be the 27th year that we have had the carnival.
When is the Carnival? It is Saturday, April 19th, 2008 from Noon to 6 p.m.
Where is it held? It will be held at the Prior Lake/Savage High School located in Savage, Minnesota. This will be our second year at the new high school, and we are looking forward to it.
Who organizes it? It’s a combined effort of committee volunteers who organize it, along with help from the PTC’s from Five Hawks, Glendale, Grainwood, Oakridge, Westwood and also Edgewood.
Is it a fundraiser? Yes, it’s a huge fundraiser for the PTC’s. The profits are split evenly between the elementary schools.
What kind of things are at the Carnival? We have food, games, crafts, a huge silent auction, and our famous Haunted House. We have games for all ages from preschoolers to adults.
Do you need volunteers? Yes! We need over a 130 volunteers for each of our three shifts. We prefer to have adults working the games, but we also recruit student organizations such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, National Honor Society, etc. When we run out of volunteers, we have to close down some games, and we hate to do that.
What are some of the big attractions for kids? The Haunted House, the Freaky First Aid Station, PLINKO, the Big $ Wheel, Jail & Bail, Deal or No Deal, The Money Booth and the prizes…including the three big prizes we have: A Wii, an IPOD Nano and a Leapster.
What is the big attraction for the adults? We have a HUGE Basket Bonanza Silent Auction. We raffle off over 300 hundred themed baskets (such as Chocolate Lovers, Family Game Night, Vikings, Garden Supplies, etc.) And over 100 gift certificates to local businesses. We close the Auction in sections at 4:40, 5:00 and 5:20. This is a very popular event for all of the adults who attend.
Is the Haunted House scary? Yes, our Haunted House is a very scary. We do not recommend it for young children. If your child wants to go thru it, we recommend that you accompany them. Children have to pay admission, but parents are free.
Will there be any new games/activities? Yes, each year we try to improve the carnival. This year we will again be adding some fun games, like our new Going Bananas game. Others are still under construction, so we are unable to promote them at this time. However, we can tell you that our newest attraction will be “The Wizard of Oz”.
What is the Wizard of Oz? This is a huge addition to our carnival. Dorothy will take you on a journey down the Yellow Brick Road. Along the way you will see Munchkin Land, meet some interesting friends (the Scarecrow, the Tinman & the Lion) before coming to the Land of Oz. But beware, because there may be a Wicked Witch at the end of your journey. You don’t want to miss this.
Is there an admission cost to the Carnival? No, entrance to the carnival is free. To play the games/activities you need to purchase tickets.
How do I get tickets? The week before Carnival we will be having a presale for tickets at each of the elementary schools. Reminder notes will be sent home with students. You may also purchase your tickets at the door.
How much do tickets cost? Tickets cost 50 cents each. The games vary in cost, with most of them costing 1 to 2 tickets to play.
How does the prize system work? When you purchase your tickets, you will also receive a stamp card. The games vary in what you win. Some things you just play for fun (example: Inflatables, Haunted House). Some games you can win a prize right away (example: Fish Pond or the Duck Pond). Some games you can win a “stamp” on your card (example: Tuff Putt, PLINKO). When you are done playing, you may take your stamp card to the Prize Center and cash in your “stamps” for a bigger prize.
What is the Gold Coin? You can win “Gold Coins” to be turned in at the “Gold Coin Booth” for a chance at a raffle for one of the following prizes: Wii, Ipod Nano or a Leapster. If you haven’t won any coins, check out the Scavenger Hunt game. You are guaranteed a Gold Coin once you complete the Scavenger Hunt.
How can I donate to the carnival? All of the students in each elementary will be bringing home info about their classroom’s basket theme assignment. We ask that you help donate products to help create your child’s classroom basket. The generous donations of the parents is what makes our basket auction a huge success.
Any other questions? Please call Deb Tribby @ 447-8778 or email ddgarro@aol.com or LeeAnn Leech @ 226-1137 or email Priorlakeleech@integra.net
Thank you for supporting our schools.